Paid preparer errors contribute to billions of dollars in improper claims of refundable tax credits and can have negative consequences for taxpayers,” the GAO report says.

Tax season is underway and you have until April 15 to file your return with the IRS. If you want to avoid the stress of the looming deadline, start getting organized as soon as possible.

You need your adjusted gross income from last year's taxes to file your federal income tax return online in 2026.

However, certain issues will require taxpayers to file by mail instead. To be considered timely after an electronic rejection ...